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… Your health this fall Last updated August 16, 2024 Download PDF: Document English Fall means cooler weather, shorter days, the start of cold … to take care of your health, stay active and eat well this fall. On this page: Staying healthy this fall Understanding …
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… Preventing Falls in the Hospital On this page: Overview Related … a hospital stay, you may have a higher-than-normal risk of falling. You might get medicines that make you dizzy and more likely to fall. You may get weak and confused because of illness, …
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… Seniors' falls can be prevented Last updated July 31, 2024 HealthLink … of people aged 65 and over who live in the community fall each year. Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths and …
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… Preventing Falls in Older Adults On this page: Overview Related … Information Overview Every year, thousands of older adults fall and hurt themselves. Falls are one of the main causes of injury and loss of …
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… Checklist for Preventing Falls at Home On this page: Overview Overview Every year, thousands of older adults fall and hurt themselves. Falls are one of the main causes of injury and disability in …
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… Child Safety: Preventing Falls On this page: Overview Overview … injuries. Be aware of your baby's risk of injury from falling. Use these tips to prevent falls. Never leave your baby unattended in high places. Use …
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… Preventing falls as you age Last updated October 30, 2024 Everyone … changes as they get older that can increase the risk of falls and fall-related injuries. There are small changes you can make …
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… Preventing Falls: Exercises for Strength and Balance On this page: Get … lose muscle strength, which can make them more likely to fall. Also, their reflexes slow down. This makes it harder for them to regain their balance if they start to fall. Learn some strength and balance exercises, and take …
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… How to Get Up Safely After a Fall On this page: Overview Overview If … problems, or other reasons that may make it easy for you to fall at home, it is a good idea to learn how to get up safely after a fall. Learning how to get up correctly can help you avoid …
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… Aging Well: Making Your Home Fall-Proof Actionset Overview Getting around your home … injuries or health problems that make it easy for you to fall. Loose rugs and furniture in walkways are among the … osteoporosis, or dementia also have to be careful not to fall. You can make your home safer with a few simple …
